Our Team
Experienced advocates dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our clients
Founding & Managing Partner
Attorney Necati Berkhan Celen has over 20 years of experience in corporate & commercial law, international disputes, and transactional structuring. He leads our legal team in advising multinational conglomerates and private entities on complex regulatory compliance models across both Turkey and global markets.
Senior Partner
Lewis advises media and sports clients on all aspects of entertainment law. He also has significant experience advising on probate, wills and taxation for both Turkish and offshore clients. Lewis has carried out ground-breaking work involving the restitution of homes and businesses in Turkey.
Partner
Peter leads our real estate and residential conveyancing team, advising high-net-worth individuals and corporate entities on complex property acquisitions. He also brings deep expertise in private client wealth structuring, probate, and succession planning.
Partner
Sarah specializes in corporate law, mergers & acquisitions, and equity capital markets. With a focus on cross-border transactions connecting European, Middle Eastern, and Turkish markets, she routinely structures high-value joint ventures and advises multinational boards on governance strategies.
Partner
Mehmet is a highly regarded practitioner in international arbitration and complex commercial litigation. Representing sovereign entities and leading energy conglomerates, his strategic advocacy spans major arbitral institutions including the ICC and LCIA. He is fluent in Turkish, English, and French.
Senior Associate
Elena provides executive counsel on intellectual property law, cybersecurity, and global data privacy frameworks. She architects regulatory compliance structures for leading technology firms navigating the intersection of innovation, cross-border data transfer, and digital rights governance.
Senior Associate
James provides sophisticated advisory on employment law, executive compensation, and corporate restructuring. He represents multinational employers in critical workforce transitions, union negotiations, and high-stakes executive disputes, ensuring alignment with both regional and global labor mandates.
Associate
Ayşe operates at the forefront of international family law and private client dispute resolution. She provides discrete, sophisticated representation for high-net-worth individuals in complex jurisdictional matters, wealth protection, and cross-border citizenship and immigration programs.
Associate
David is a distinguished banking and finance associate with significant experience advising global financial institutions. His practice centers on syndicated lending, structured asset finance, and navigating complex regulatory hurdles in emerging markets.
Associate
Maria brings focused expertise to environmental law, energy transitions, and ESG strategy. She advises global corporations on navigating environmental compliance frameworks, structuring green investments, and mitigating regulatory risk in sustainable infrastructure projects.
Associate
Omar focuses on international trade law, customs regulations, and geopolitical export controls. Working with major industrial and trading companies, he provides strategic counsel on WTO compliance, supply chain risk management, and the complexities of international sanctions regimes.
Associate
Lisa is at the cutting edge of digital economy law, specifically advising on decentralized finance, AI governance, and digital asset regulation. She partners with innovative tech enterprises to structure legally robust models in rapidly evolving and ambiguous regulatory landscapes.
We are always interested in hearing from talented legal professionals who share our commitment to excellence. If you are interested in a career at Celen LawFirm, we would welcome your inquiry.
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